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James Sheriffs Letterhead
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Letterhead of James Sheriffs of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, manufacturer of "Propeller Wheels, Steam Engines, Boilers, Mill Machinery, Iron and Brass Castings," with background images printed in red ink of a piece of machinery and two propeller wheels. Printed on lined letter pad paper.
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W0135A6
WHi 89568
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